Expert opinions are crucial to obtaining a favorable outcome in a case. A party should ensure that the expert’s opinions are reliable under Federal Rule of Evidence 702 and Daubert to avoid any evidentiary issues at trial.
Propane Explosion
The explosion and subsequent fire, killed the defendant and damaged the plaintiff's home. The plaintiff's home was damaged beyond repair and had to be torn down. After a two and a half day jury trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff and against the defendant.
Product Recalls
We are working with our clients to bundle these cases to increase the settlement value and decrease your operational costs associated with individually adjusting each claim.
E-Cigarettes a Potential Fire Hazard
While viewed as a healthy and safer alternative to tobacco smoking, the advent of e-cigarettes has created its own set of hazards. E-cigarettes use lithium-ion batteries to power a heating element, which vaporizes a liquid, resulting in the simulated “smoke” of a tobacco cigarette. The lithium-ion battery presents the biggest...
Illinois Animal Liability
The Illinois Animal Control Act supplements the general common law rule and eliminates the requirement that the owner of the animal in question has prior knowledge of the vicious or dangerous propensities of the animal.
Tort Times: Litigate or Die Writing
Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to assist a partner in a jury trial. I had only recently been admitted to the Bar, and had only been employed by Keis George for a few months, so the chance to assist in one of our large loss property cases was...
Contributory Negligence and Comparative Fault
Comparative fault and contributory negligence are two seemingly simple terms that can cause severe headaches in our daily lives if we don’t understand these terms. Each concept is applicable to an event where two or more persons may be responsible for the damages. Comparative fault and contributory negligence only apply...
Product Recalls
As recalls of defective products continue to rise, we are seeing a significant increase in property damage caused by water and fire as a direct result of a defective product. We are working with our clients to bundle these cases to increase the settlement value and decrease your operational costs.
Keis George Attorneys Named to 2018 Super Lawyers
Keis George is proud to announce Warren S. George, managing litigation partner, Andrew C. Stebbins, associate, and Kevin F. Keeley, associate, have been recognized as 2018 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars.
Product Recalls
Recently, we have handled product liability matters involving residential and commercial appliances, gas explosions, cellulose insulation, and sprinkler, plumbing and other water losses. Therefore, we would like to remind you of the following Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls...